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Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Invention Convention Expo
This past week, Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary was buzzing with creativity as fourth and fifth graders showcased their ingenuity at the annual Invention Convention Expo! Full Story page 15
New City Council Appointee to be Announced June 12 Full Story page 12
Administrator Soquel High School of the Year Valedictorians & Salutatorians
Capitola-Soquel Times is pleased to recognize the eight Soquel High School valedictorians and the two salutatorians for their hard work that put them at the top of the Class of 2025. At Soquel High, salutatorians are students with only one B during their four years.
Soquel High School hosted the Senior Awards Ceremony on May 22, presenting awards and scholarships to the top graduating seniors, the multicultural celebration May 23 and the graduation ceremony May 30. One valedictorian was camera-shy. ... continues on page 4
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Julia Hodges, principal of Soquel High School, is the 2025 Administrator of the Year. Before coming to Soquel High, she was director of curriculum, instruction and assessment at Santa Cruz City Schools. Full Story page 10
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